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Kirloskar 4R1040T

R1040 Series

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Kirloskar (KOEL) 4R1040T 4.2L 4-cylinder diesel engine for generator sets. 53 kWe standby. EPA Tier 2. kWe estimated from rated mechanical output. Turbocharged.

Kirloskar 4R1040T 4.2L L4 diesel generator engine — 66 kVA standby specifications
Kirloskar 4R1040T 4.2L L4 diesel generator engine — 66 kVA standby specifications
Standby Power · 50 Hz
66 kVA
Electrical Output
53 kWe
Cylinders
L4
Displacement
4.2 L
Rated Speed
1,500 / 1,800 RPM

Power Ratings

kWm = mechanical shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = kWe ÷ 0.8 pf · kWe estimated — see note below

50 Hz1500 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power53.748.360.4
Standby Power58.95366.3

60 Hz1800 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power63.457.171.4
Standby Power69.462.578.1

Note: The manufacturer does not publish a separate kWe rating for this engine. kWe values shown are estimated from the rated mechanical output (kWm) using a conservative 90% alternator efficiency factor.

Kirloskar 4R1040T generator set context

The Kirloskar 4R1040T is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz and 60 Hz generator sets, with a headline 66 kVA / 53 kWe / standby rating. Use this page to compare the published engine output, electrical kWe/kVA ratings, emissions level, datasheet availability, and neighboring models before specifying an alternator, controller, enclosure, voltage, and compliance package.

Also searched as

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Technical Specifications

BrandKirloskar
Model4R1040T
SeriesR1040 Series
ConfigurationL4
Cylinders4
Displacement4.2 L
Fuel TypeDiesel
Ignition TypeCompression Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardU.S. EPA Tier 2
Country of OriginIndia

Frequently asked questions

What is the power output of the Kirloskar 4R1040T?

The Kirloskar 4R1040T is rated at 66 kVA standby / 60 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 78 kVA standby / 71 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

Does the 4R1040T run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The Kirloskar 4R1040T is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

What fuel does the Kirloskar 4R1040T use?

The Kirloskar 4R1040T is a diesel generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the 4R1040T?

The Kirloskar 4R1040T is an inline-4 (4-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 4.2 L.

What emissions standard does the 4R1040T meet?

The Kirloskar 4R1040T is certified to U.S. EPA Tier 2 emissions standards.

Is the Kirloskar 4R1040T still in production?

Yes — the Kirloskar 4R1040T is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the 4R1040T?

Yes — an official Kirloskar datasheet for the Kirloskar 4R1040T can be downloaded from this page.

Reference

Last database update
2026-06-11
Manufacturer files
1 datasheet linked

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